Question

practice transition words and phrases
the \gordie howe hat trick\, an unofficial statistic in which a hockey player
scores a goal, records an assist, and gets in a fight all in the same game, is
named after hockey great gordie howe. ______ howe only achieved this feat
twice in his professional career, far fewer times than many other players.

which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

choose 1 answer:
a however,
b therefore,
c afterwards,
d as a result,

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Explanation:

The first part introduces the "Gordie Howe hat trick" named after him, and the second part states he achieved it far fewer times than others. This shows a contrast. "However" is used for contrast, while "Therefore", "Afterwards", and "As a result" imply cause - effect or sequence, which don't fit here.

Answer:

A. However,